Overview

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  There are three ways to report an absence:

1. A parent/guardian can report an absence by dialing the attendance line at (773) 534-8037 and speaking to staff and/or leaving a message. 
2. Alternatively, a parent/guardian can complete an absence form LPHS Absence Form.  Absence forms with an electronic/typed signature cannot be accepted. Please review absence forms for accuracy prior to submission. Absence forms can be submitted in the Attendance Office, Room 102. 

The following information is required when reporting an absence:

• Parent/guardian name
• Student name

 

Per CPS policy, emails are not an accepted form of communication for excusing an absence. CPS reserves the right to request paper documentation when necessary.

 

3. Parents can also log into their Parent Portal and excuse an absence via their portal. Video instructions on how to do that can be found here:

 

Parent Portal (Aspen) | Chicago Public Schools

 

Early Dismissals

Early dismissals require in-person pick-up if the student is under 18 years of age.  Phone calls or emails cannot be used for student dismissal. The individual picking up the student must be listed on the emergency contact list in order for us to release the student. The parent/guardian must also have an ID with them in order to sign the student out. Students who leave on their own, without a parent signing them out, cannot receive an excused absence.                                                                                

Students who are 18 must report to the attendance office 102 in order to receive an early dismissal. The attendance office is required to call home and speak with a parent/guardian before the student can sign themselves out. 

Tardies   

• 5 tardies equals 1 detention
• Detentions are Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Freshman Building Cafeteria from 3:30pm-5:15pm. 
• Students who cannot make the Tu/Thurs schedule should reach out to Dean Johnson and Mrs. Delgado.

 

What if there is a mistake on my attendance?                                                                                                             

If you notice a teacher has marked you incorrectly, please contact the teacher via email and CC Ms. Delgado, [email protected] so that the mistake can be reviewed.

Parent Portal (Aspen) | Chicago Public Schools